Looking at the three fishing boats leaving the port, most of the staff staying on the island looked envious. For the security team members who stayed on Nanshan Island, they, like other security team members, were eager for the opportunity to go to sea with the fleet.

Fortunately, as far as the current state of the company is concerned, most of these new security personnel know that the fishing company will add another distant-water fishing vessel this year. This also means that the company's crew team needs to be expanded.

If nothing else, the company should still select reliable team members from among the security team members to board the ship, as before. In this way, these retired non-commissioned officers from the Navy have the opportunity to continue to experience life at sea and on board in a different way.

On the other hand, the crew members who got the opportunity to go to sea this time all seemed very excited. Whether they are newcomers or old people, they are actually the same as Zhuang Haiyang. After spending a lot of time on land, they are also eager for the opportunity to go out on the waves for a while.

At this time, Zhuang Haiyang, who was standing on the ocean-going fishing boat, stared at the chart and said: "Shengjie, go to Sanxing Island to pick up someone first!"

"Okay!"

Hong Wei, who was standing next to him, was a little puzzled and said, "Who will pick up people from Sanxing Island?"

"We actually have a mission on this trip. It's just that it's a late congratulatory gift. My old company commander, you should know, right? Some time ago, I was just transferred to that side to serve as the chief of staff of the garrison area. ”

"Staff Officer Xu? He's been promoted again?"

"Well, two cents and two, promoted to two cents and three, this staff officer has finally hung up. It's just that this time, he asked me to solve the problem for him. When you go to sea, take the opportunity to lay a few nets and get some seafood as a gift!"

"Yes, if I'm not mistaken, this security area is not low. And for the current situation, this is the most cutting-edge garrison at the southern end. Well done, you can get results. ”

In the past few years, several neighboring countries have been tossing and turning at every turn. The old company commander was transferred over, and it was estimated that the task would not be light. When I called me a few more times, I didn't say it explicitly, but I still knew that he was embarrassed to speak. ”

"What do you mean?"

In the face of Hong Wei's curiosity, Zhuang Haiyang also directly pointed to the southernmost islands on the chart and said: "I believe you should know all these islands, right? Listening to the old company commander's meaning, the above plans to expand the scale of the outpost on the island."

These islands are of great strategic significance. In the past two years, the state has also been strengthening the construction of these islands. It's just that these islands are too far from the mainland. Even if the HNA patrols, it is difficult to arrive in a short time if there is any emergency.

In order to strengthen the defense capability of these blocks, the base has transferred veteran company commanders to the past, and they should focus on the work of combat readiness. You've been to the South Reef, and I'm sure you know how difficult the situation was in the early years. The situation on these islands is about the same. ”

"Yes, although our logistical supply capacity is indeed stronger than before. However, simple replenishment at sea can sometimes be limited by weather and sea conditions. On the South Reef side, it's really good now. ”

"Yes, listening to the old company commander, he probably wants me to help me think of a way to see the situation on those islands. Even if a few vegetable plots can be made, the officers and men stationed on the island can adjust the dishes at any time. ”

Hearing this, Hong Wei also smiled and said: "It seems that you are not only an expert in fishing right now, but others even regard you as an expert in farming and growing vegetables." Growing vegetables on the island shouldn't be a big problem, right?"

"It's difficult! Listen to the old company commander, these island outposts are difficult to even supply fresh water. In some islands, fresh water is not available, and it is all dependent on the installation of desalination systems. If you don't have fresh water and want to grow vegetables, do you think it's possible?"

And the soil of many islands is relatively high in salt, so it is not easy to grow vegetables. ”

has been at sea, and Hong Wei naturally knows the situation of some islands. For many outposts far from the mainland, it is sometimes a blessing to be able to eat fresh vegetables.

It is precisely because of this consideration that Xu Hui, who has just taken office and plans to do some practical things, will think of asking Zhuang Haiyang, an old subordinate, for help. In Xu Hui's opinion, Zhuang Haiyang should be able to help him solve some old and difficult problems in this regard.

When the fleet arrived at Sanxing Island, they looked at Xu Hui who was waiting at the pier and the two colonels standing next to him. Zhuang Haiyang, Hong Wei and others, who had just disembarked, naturally knew that this should be the chief officer of the garrison area.

Under Xu Hui's recommendation, Zhuang Haiyang also got to know these two, and they also had the person in charge appointed by the base. In fact, Xu Hui's approach should also be recognized by the base. If this problem can be solved, it will also be of great benefit to the troops stationed on the island.

When they arrived at the garrison and looked at the familiar barracks and the officers and soldiers who were training in the playground, Hong Wei and the others also felt very cordial. When eating in the garrison area, Zhuang Haiyang also said directly: "In this regard, I don't dare to guarantee the ticket!"

"This is natural! I came to you this time, and I want you to see it. At least I know that the few desert islands that your kid rented on Nanshan Island are all doing well. You should have some secret recipe for farming, right?"

Listening to Xu Hui's words, Zhuang Haiyang pretended to be helpless and said: "Old company commander, can you not drink this wine? I always feel that you specially invited me to drink here this time, it seems that it is a bit of a local tyrant!"

"I've drunk all the wine and want to regret it, do you dare kid?"

"Well, I really don't dare! In fact, I came here this time with a few packets of homemade fertilizer. As long as the soil on the island is not too bad, and fresh water can be found. Opening up a vegetable patch should not be a big problem.

As long as the vegetable plot can be built in the early stage, in the future, our fleet will also come here to fish every once in a while. When the time comes, you can also pull some fertilizer over. After planting for a while, the soil becomes better, and the vegetable patch should be ready. ”

is still the same sentence, if he can make some contributions to the army, Zhuang Haiyang is also duty-bound. After retiring from the navy, Zhuang Haiyang, Hong Wei and others all knew that the officers and men stationed on the island were indeed very hard. Sometimes I stay on the island, except to see the sea or the sea.

After lunch, Xu Hui took several officers from the garrison area and accompanied him to board the ocean-going fishing boat in Zhuang Haiyang. Looking at the crew of the ship, these officers also felt kind. Because of these crews, they have the temperament of a soldier at first glance.

The only difference, perhaps, is that these crew members are wearing camouflage uniforms, not wearing the epaulettes they are familiar with. After boarding the ship, Xu Hui and others also felt that this distant-water fishing ship was much more comfortable than a warship.

Looking at the crew lounge, Xu Hui also said with emotion: "You have done a really good job in the crew lounge." It shouldn't be cheap to build a ship like this, right?"

Because it's custom-made, it's at least twice as expensive as a ship of the same tonnage. Of course, the steel used in this ship is also the same as that of a warship. Unlike warships, we only have water cannons on board. ”

Listening to Zhuang Haiyang's introduction, several officers who boarded the ship felt that the ship was indeed good. Not to mention the large tonnage, it also sails faster than ordinary fishing boats. Just thinking about the cost, they also feel that Zhuang Haiyang is really willing to invest.

When the flotilla arrived at the first island outpost, the officers and men at the outpost on the island also looked excited. Considering that the wharf built by the outpost could not dock large ships, Zhuang Haiyang directly asked the fleet to anchor near the island.

Looking at the lifeboat that was hoisted off the boat, Xu Hui also smiled and said, "Your boat is also very well equipped!"

In a few moments, my custom-built helicopter will be delivered. By then, I'll have a helicopter on my ship!"

"You kid is really good! It seems that you kid has really made a lot of money over the years!"

"If I don't make money, how can I feed such a large fleet!"

Today's Zhuang Haiyang is not famous in the old army. Because there are a lot of retired non-commissioned officers recruited, these non-commissioned officers come from various units under the jurisdiction of the base. After a long time, some of Zhuang Haiyang's situation was known to the leaders of these troops.

When many non-commissioned officers retire, they need the opportunity to become a member of Zhuang Haiyang. Because these non-commissioned officers, through contact with their old comrades-in-arms, all know about the situation of Zhuang Haiyang Company. It's just that Zhuang Haiyang can only recruit a small part every year.

Many times, priority is given to non-commissioned officers who have been discharged from injuries and whose families are poor. It is precisely this principle of recruitment that is greatly appreciated by the leaders of the old troops. For their part, the leaders of the unit also hope that the non-commissioned officers can live a better life after retirement.

Looking at Xu Hui and the others who arrived late at night, the platoon commander of the outpost responsible for guarding the island also looked more excited. For them, there are not many opportunities to see the leaders of the garrison throughout the year. And this time, it was the new chief of staff who came.

Looking at the small outpost, Zhuang Haiyang followed Hong Wei and the others on the island, and also knew that there were not many officers and soldiers stationed on the island. Xu Hui informed that this year, the post will be upgraded from a platoon-level unit to a company-level combat unit.

This means that the outpost needs to be expanded, the number of troops stationed will also increase, and the rest of the supporting facilities will naturally follow. Guarding the coastal defense sounds lofty. But it's not easy to really do it well!

Considering the limited location of the outpost, Zhuang Haiyang also said directly: "Sentry Chief, you don't have to be busy. In the evening, just prepare a few extra beds. Everyone else will go back to the boat to rest. It's okay!"

"I'm sorry! The outpost is limited in size, and there are really not many beds. ”

"It's okay! We're all retired from the Navy, and we know your hard work. By the way, do you have fresh water on this island?"

From Xu Hui, I already learned that this was an expert invited by the garrison to build a vegetable field for them. Although the sentry chief felt that this expert was a little too young. But the chief of staff personally accompanied him, so he naturally did not dare to slack off.

I learned that there is only one spring on the island, and there is not much water out. Zhuang Haiyang did not waste time, and took Xu Hui and others overnight to start checking the situation on the island and selecting a suitable location for cultivating vegetable fields.

The slightly sparse vegetation on the island also indicates that there should be fresh water resources on the island. However, these freshwater resources are scarce. It is estimated that it is still difficult to meet the daily needs of the outpost.

Similar situations are common in the islands that need to be visited this time. Perhaps it is because of the limited resources that these islands with outposts have not succeeded in cultivating a vegetable field so far!